Tesla Performance Model Y "980 motor"

 They put this in my Long Range.

The coveted grand "980" performance motor from the Performance Model Y.

2023 Tesla Model Y Mods continued!

​Mods continued!!

Aluminum pedals - Very easy to install. There is a rubber backing with rubber tabs you pull on with your fingers. Take your tine and make sure the rubber backing pulls AROUND the back of the steel brake pedal and plastic accelerator pedal.  

-Before

 -After

Organizer bin (Perfect fit but I will add a photo later!!) Very luxurious suede like soft liner.

Tesla Key Card Holder - Like most people I use my phone, but I love this holder for those "just in case" situations where you need to bring your car to Tesla service, valet, or loan to a friend. Cheap!!

Protecting the Tesla White Vegan Seats

Protecting Tesla White Vegan Seats

I've read that the Tesla white vegan seats are easy to care for and wipe clean. People have even said the material is softer and more stain resistant than the Tesla black seats.  Either way, I wanted a cost-effective way to provide regular protection.  I stumbled upon Gyeon Quartz Q2 LeatherCoat. <-- Link to buy here.

Gyeon Products, made in Korea, promises up to three months protection from stains on both leather and vegan leather (vinyl) surfaces.  This should help protect from stains, dye transfer from jeans, UV radiation, and heat damage.  I will try it out and report back! So far so good. Apply with a microfiber towel in a well-ventilated area.  I did two coats with 15 min min between per the instructions, and let the seats/surfaces/steering wheel completely cure for four full hours before driving.  The application of Q2 did not leave any oily or shiny residue whatsoever.  The scent is a light and fresh subtle scent.  

Mods mods mods!

 The Tesla scene is jam packed with mods! I'll post little by little what I've managed to do in a week. 

First up, the basics.  Wheel locks.  I scoured the internet for suitable wheel locks. Didn't really find anything on point. Took a chance.  I wanted something that did NOT have a hex head as those would be easier for thieves to take a tool to such as a reversing socket.  I found something externally round with an internal key. Just what I wanted.  Theft proof? Likely not. But if I can buy a few seconds or even minutes for $20, I'm all in.

This tool is an absolute MUST for Tesla 20" induction wheels.  Do NOT use the steel factory hook or other similar metal pin/hook/hanger recommendations as those tools will 100% chew up the delicate THIN plastic of these center caps.  For sure buy these cheap bicycle wheel plastic tools. (<--- LINK TO BUY) They are a PERFECT fit for the center caps!! 

MCGard Premium Wheel Locks 100% Fit for Tesla Model Y

Perfect height match, thread and thread pitch and lug seat.  INTERNAL key. Do not buy locks with an external key otherwise it's easy to take any larger socket and hammer it on.  

Torque to 129 ft-lbs using a 1/2" Torque Wrench

Almost forgot-- if you do get these wheel locks, you'll need a deep 22mm socket for them.  I like this one because it has a nylon wheel protector.

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Heavenly Tesla - First post! My brand new 2023 Model Y

 I promise to get some real photos up soon, as photography is my main hobby. But these iPhone 14 Pro shots will do for now.

I have over 20 years of experience at modifying, repairing, restoring, upgrading, and detailing cars. So I hope to document my experience of new Tesla ownership including any mods, upgrades, and enhancements I do!

Here is my Model Y.  I initially had a Model Y on order in early February 2023 but it wasn't ready until the May time frame.  So I went on a Tesla stock aggregator site and found three local Model Y long ranges ready for immediate delivery. I clicked on a gray one but when I went to check out, it was gone.  Next up, this black one. Hit the order button and it was mine! The only catch is it was in Sacramento.  So I had to fly from SoCal to Sacramento to pick it up then drive back.  2.5 sessions at the wonderful Tesla Superchargers and I was home sweet home.  The front end was filled with bugs!

Lydia the Model Y

Stats:

2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range - Fremont Factory - Late December 2022 Build

Solid Black Paint (PBSB)

20" Induction Wheels

Five Seater

Bonus:

Matrix Headlights

Performance 980 Motor